How can I see Portland like a local?

I'm going to be in Portland for a week and a half and have a lot of free time to see the city. What is your ideal day or favorite thing to do as a local? How can I experience the city as if I lived there? I'm an adventurous person and love the outdoors, so I'm up for anything.

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Josh, Josh, Josh...where to begin? A week and a half is a good amount of time to explore Portland. You already have some great suggestions from others. If you want to feel like a local, I wouldn't miss the Downtown Farmers Market on Saturday mornings in the up by Portland State University. Spend an afternoon walking in the Pearl District for local shopping, greats eats and obscure cafes. Eat somewhere on SE Division St (anywhere, really). And go for a hike in Forest Park. Visit https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/finder/index.cfm?action=ViewPark&PropertyID=127 for trail heads. Good luck and you'll be back.

Hannah did a great job of answering your question but I will add a few things on top of her.

Hood River: Check out Pfriem Family Brewers for some great beers and it is right across the water. Also, Hood River does not have an open container law, so you can walk around the city with a beer. However, validate this with a cop because I have heard even with this law some cops are not very kosher on the idea. image from traveloregon.comFor a hike in the area check out Punchbowl Falls and/or Angels Rest.

On your way or on your way back swing by McMenamins Edgefield where they often have a number of summer concerts, small golf courses (50-150 yards) and beer is always flowing and a ton of little pubs on the property.

NE Portland: There is a great little corner of Restaurants and bars on NE 30th and Killingsworth. Two places I recommend to check out Expatriate and Yakuza Lounge. For a great beer selection head down two blocks to Concordia Ale House for a big bottle and tap selection.

SE Portland: Rent a Standup Paddle Board and head down the Willamette. There are a few places to rent a board, check out Gorge Performance and Next Adventure.

Mississippi is known for it's great bars and restaurants in a compact area.

For a more funky experience go to Liberty Glass for some Triscuit nachos and cocktail. They even have Bingo on Monday's.

StormBreaker Brewing has a wonderful patio and a good selection of beer brewed right in the back of the house. If the weather isn't perfect they even have a covered area.

Interurban is a great under the radar place for brunch and has the best Bloody Mary's in town. If you find yourself there later, treat yourself to an artisans jello shot served in a glass with a tiny silver spoon.

Prost! serves German beers in German style glasses. With both indoor and outdoor seating this is a great place to catch a soccer match on TV if you don't mind a crowd.

Northwest is another area with lively bars and restaurants. On the other side I think you may enjoy it for its parks.

Primarily Forest Park. Forest park is the largest urban park in the united states. There are plenty of hikes﻿through the forest to satiate your need for the outdoors.

Another fun half adventure/half booze cruz is Brew Barge. This is a pedal powered barge that allows you to bring beer and wine onboard. It's sister experience Brew Cycle is the equivalent on land (and bar crawl).